TN Visa Clinical Research Coordinator Jobs
Clinical Research Coordinator roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's Scientific Technician/Technologist category, making this one of the more accessible paths for Canadian and Mexican professionals entering U.S. clinical trials. Employers in academic medical centers, contract research organizations, and pharmaceutical companies regularly sponsor TN status for qualified coordinators.
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Clinical Research Coordinator, RN’s are primarily responsible for study coordination and data management, with a central focus on managing subject recruitment and enrollment, consistency of study implementation, data management and integrity, and compliance with regulatory requirements and reporting.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION/COMPETENCIES
The responsibilities and duties described in this job description are intended to provide a general overview of the position. Duties may vary depending on the specific needs of the affiliate or location you are working at and/or state requirements. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Maintain site compliance for all clinical trial activities in accordance with established research protocols and standards in compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedural requirements.
- Maintain working knowledge of current FDA regulations, ICH-GCP guidelines, all the organizational SOPs, all the guidance documents, and assigned study protocol(s).
- Complete all relevant Profound Research required training, including but not limited to ICH-GCP certification and IATA certification in a timely manner.
- Educates and directs protocol compliance with physicians and staff.
- Assists in developing tools to meet requirements of new protocols.
- Manages protocols with increased clinical complexities including translational investigator-initiated research as well as multi center trials.
- Ensure good documentation practices are applied by all team members when collecting, maintaining, and correcting study data and required records of clinical trial activity including but not limited to source documentation, case report forms, queries, drug dispensation records, and regulatory forms.
- Communicate effectively and professionally with coworkers, leadership, study subjects, sponsors, CROs, and vendors.
- Acts as a patient advocate by providing education to and responding to questions from patients about protocols.
- Works with patients to ensure adherence with the protocol.
- Collaborates with scheduling staff to assure that future appointments for the patients (follow up visits and diagnostic testing) are scheduled correctly and timely.
- Collaborates with the physician to assure orders for treatment are written per protocol and delivered at the prescribed protocol intervals.
- Performs other position related duties as assigned.
- Employees shall adhere to high standards of ethical conduct and will comply with and assist in complying with all applicable laws and regulations. This will include and not be limited to following the Solaris Health Code of Conduct and all Solaris Health and Affiliated Practice policies and procedures; maintaining the confidentiality of patients' protected health information in compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA); immediately reporting any suspected concerns and/or violations to a supervisor and/or the Compliance Department; and the timely completion the Annual Compliance Training.
CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSURES OR REGISTRY REQUIREMENTS
- BLS certification required, ACLS preferred.
- RN licensure and certifications as required by State.
- Clinical research certification from SoCRA (Society of Clinical Research Associates) or ACRP (Association of Clinical Research Professionals) preferred.
KNOWLEDGE | SKILLS | ABILITIES
- Ability to Start IVs and Administer IV medications
- Ability to draw blood
- Understanding of all aspects of biomedical research protocols, ensuring applicable regulations, and guidelines.
- Maintains patient confidentiality.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Skill in using computer programs and applications.
- Maintains current knowledge and awareness of organizational and regulatory standards, policies and procedures.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to build relationships with patients and display empathy and compassion to patients
- Skill in using computer programs and applications including Microsoft Office.
- Complies with HIPAA regulations for patient confidentiality.
- Complies with all health and safety policies of the organization.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Must be a Registered Nurse (RN) with a current and valid license. Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (ASN or BSN) required.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
2 or more years Nursing experience in ICU, ER, oncology or clinical trial experience, preferred.
REQUIRED TRAVEL
May require travel to other site locations in practice.
May require travel to Investigator and other meetings.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Carrying Weight Frequency
1-25 lbs. Frequent from 34% to 66%
26-50 lbs. Occasionally from 2% to 33%
Pushing/Pulling Frequency
1-25 lbs. Seldom, up to 2%
100 + lbs. Seldom, up to 2%
Lifting - Height, Weight Frequency
Floor to Chest, 1 -25 lbs. Occasional: from 2% to 33%
Floor to Chest, 26-50 lbs. Seldom: up to 2%
Floor to Waist, 1-25 lbs. Occasional: from 2% to 33%
Floor to Waist, 26-50 lbs. Seldom: up to 2%
GENERAL SUMMARY
Clinical Research Coordinator, RN’s are primarily responsible for study coordination and data management, with a central focus on managing subject recruitment and enrollment, consistency of study implementation, data management and integrity, and compliance with regulatory requirements and reporting.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION/COMPETENCIES
The responsibilities and duties described in this job description are intended to provide a general overview of the position. Duties may vary depending on the specific needs of the affiliate or location you are working at and/or state requirements. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Maintain site compliance for all clinical trial activities in accordance with established research protocols and standards in compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedural requirements.
- Maintain working knowledge of current FDA regulations, ICH-GCP guidelines, all the organizational SOPs, all the guidance documents, and assigned study protocol(s).
- Complete all relevant Profound Research required training, including but not limited to ICH-GCP certification and IATA certification in a timely manner.
- Educates and directs protocol compliance with physicians and staff.
- Assists in developing tools to meet requirements of new protocols.
- Manages protocols with increased clinical complexities including translational investigator-initiated research as well as multi center trials.
- Ensure good documentation practices are applied by all team members when collecting, maintaining, and correcting study data and required records of clinical trial activity including but not limited to source documentation, case report forms, queries, drug dispensation records, and regulatory forms.
- Communicate effectively and professionally with coworkers, leadership, study subjects, sponsors, CROs, and vendors.
- Acts as a patient advocate by providing education to and responding to questions from patients about protocols.
- Works with patients to ensure adherence with the protocol.
- Collaborates with scheduling staff to assure that future appointments for the patients (follow up visits and diagnostic testing) are scheduled correctly and timely.
- Collaborates with the physician to assure orders for treatment are written per protocol and delivered at the prescribed protocol intervals.
- Performs other position related duties as assigned.
- Employees shall adhere to high standards of ethical conduct and will comply with and assist in complying with all applicable laws and regulations. This will include and not be limited to following the Solaris Health Code of Conduct and all Solaris Health and Affiliated Practice policies and procedures; maintaining the confidentiality of patients' protected health information in compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA); immediately reporting any suspected concerns and/or violations to a supervisor and/or the Compliance Department; and the timely completion the Annual Compliance Training.
CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSURES OR REGISTRY REQUIREMENTS
- BLS certification required, ACLS preferred.
- RN licensure and certifications as required by State.
- Clinical research certification from SoCRA (Society of Clinical Research Associates) or ACRP (Association of Clinical Research Professionals) preferred.
KNOWLEDGE | SKILLS | ABILITIES
- Ability to Start IVs and Administer IV medications
- Ability to draw blood
- Understanding of all aspects of biomedical research protocols, ensuring applicable regulations, and guidelines.
- Maintains patient confidentiality.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Skill in using computer programs and applications.
- Maintains current knowledge and awareness of organizational and regulatory standards, policies and procedures.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to build relationships with patients and display empathy and compassion to patients
- Skill in using computer programs and applications including Microsoft Office.
- Complies with HIPAA regulations for patient confidentiality.
- Complies with all health and safety policies of the organization.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Must be a Registered Nurse (RN) with a current and valid license. Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (ASN or BSN) required.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
2 or more years Nursing experience in ICU, ER, oncology or clinical trial experience, preferred.
REQUIRED TRAVEL
May require travel to other site locations in practice.
May require travel to Investigator and other meetings.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Carrying Weight Frequency
1-25 lbs. Frequent from 34% to 66%
26-50 lbs. Occasionally from 2% to 33%
Pushing/Pulling Frequency
1-25 lbs. Seldom, up to 2%
100 + lbs. Seldom, up to 2%
Lifting - Height, Weight Frequency
Floor to Chest, 1 -25 lbs. Occasional: from 2% to 33%
Floor to Chest, 26-50 lbs. Seldom: up to 2%
Floor to Waist, 1-25 lbs. Occasional: from 2% to 33%
Floor to Waist, 26-50 lbs. Seldom: up to 2%
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Clinical Research Coordinator
Align your credentials to the scientific technologist category
TN visa classification for this role falls under Scientific Technician/Technologist, not a stand-alone CRC category. Your degree or diploma must be in a natural science field. A general health administration credential alone won't satisfy CBP without supporting science coursework.
Target contract research organizations and academic medical centers
CROs and academic medical centers generate the highest volume of TN-eligible CRC openings because they run multicenter trials year-round. Filtering your search to institutions with active IND studies gives you the strongest pool of employers already familiar with TN sponsorship.
Prepare a detailed support letter before negotiating offers
CBP requires a support letter from your employer describing your specific duties, the scientific discipline involved, and your qualifying credentials. Draft a template with your prospective employer early in negotiations so the letter is accurate, not a rushed afterthought written the night before your port of entry.
Use Migrate Mate to find visa-sponsoring employers
Searching for sponsoring employers manually is slow. Migrate Mate surfaces Clinical Research Coordinator roles at companies with recent visa filings, so you spend time on applications rather than guessing which employers are experienced with visa sponsorship.
Clarify status revalidation timelines with your hiring manager
TN status is granted in up to three-year increments with unlimited renewals, but each renewal requires a fresh employer support letter and CBP or USCIS filing. Confirm your employer's internal process for renewals before you accept an offer, not after your first period expires.
Address protocol-specific duties when Canadian applicants enter at the border
Canadian citizens typically apply for TN status directly at a U.S. port of entry without a prior visa appointment. Bring documentation tying your CRC duties to a specific active protocol, including the sponsor name and therapeutic area, since CBP officers may ask for evidence beyond the employer letter.
Clinical Research Coordinator TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Clinical Research Coordinator role qualify for TN visa status?
Yes, but the classification depends on how the role is framed. CBP reviews CRC positions under the Scientific Technician/Technologist category. Your employer's support letter must describe duties that require theoretical knowledge of a natural science, and your credentials must be in a relevant scientific discipline. Roles framed around administrative coordination without a clear scientific component have a higher chance of being questioned at the border.
How does TN visa sponsorship for a CRC role compare to H-1B?
TN has no annual lottery and no cap for Canadian citizens, so you can start as soon as an employer sponsors you rather than waiting for an April lottery result and an October start date. Mexicans face a 5,500-per-year TN allocation, but approval is still adjudicated on a case-by-case basis with no lottery. H-1B visa offers dual-intent protections that TN does not, which matters if you're considering a green card path while working as a CRC.
Where can I find Clinical Research Coordinator jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Canadian and Mexican professionals searching for TN-eligible roles. You can filter for Clinical Research Coordinator positions at employers with recent visa filings, which cuts out the guesswork of cold-applying to companies unfamiliar with work visa sponsorship. Most general job platforms don't filter by visa type or treaty status, so the results are inconsistent.
Can I switch employers mid-study on a TN visa without losing my status?
Yes, but not seamlessly. TN status is employer-specific, so moving to a new CRO or sponsor mid-trial requires a new TN authorization before you begin working for the new employer. Canadians can get this approved at a port of entry. Mexicans must file a change of employer petition with USCIS. Working even a single day for the new employer before the new TN is approved puts you out of status.
What documents does a Canadian CRC applicant need to bring to the port of entry?
You need your valid Canadian passport, a detailed employer support letter describing your CRC duties and the scientific discipline involved, proof of your qualifying credentials such as a transcript or diploma in a natural science field, and evidence of the specific trial or protocol you'll be supporting. Bring originals and copies. CBP officers have discretion, and incomplete documentation is the most common reason for TN delays or secondary inspection for this role.